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Brooke Shields Honored by Catherine O'Hara's Impersonation
12 May
Summary
- Shields felt honored by O'Hara's impression, not mocked.
- O'Hara's 1984 sketch mimicked Shields with a wig and mannerisms.
- Shields paid tribute to O'Hara after her passing earlier this year.
Brooke Shields has shared her thoughts on Catherine O'Hara's iconic impersonation of her from the sketch comedy show Second City Television. The impression, which aired in 1984, featured O'Hara donning a wig and mimicking Shields' perceived mannerisms during talk show interviews.
Shields, reflecting on the performance, stated that she viewed it as a "good imitation" and felt "honored" by the comedic tribute. She recalled meeting O'Hara in church and expressing her admiration for her work. Following O'Hara's death earlier this year, Shields paid homage to the late actress by posting a clip of the impression on Instagram.
In her tribute, Shields described O'Hara's comedy as irreplaceable and expressed deep sadness over her passing. She conveyed her love to O'Hara's family, friends, and fellow castmates, acknowledging the profound impact the actress had on the world of comedy.
